Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
refectum
ID:
61212

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sonck

Source:
gcc

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 22(3): 256 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060541



Common Names

  • Refectum Dandelion
  • Common Dandelion
  • Taraxacum Refectum


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Description

Taraxacum refectum (also called Reflected Dandelion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a single, erect stem with lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in open woods, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Taraxacum refectum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is often used in dried flower arrangements. It is also used to attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taraxacum refectum is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedling has two cotyledons and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taraxacum refectum is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Taraxacum refectum

Taraxacum refectum can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Taraxacum refectum FAQ

What are the best growing conditions for Taraxacum refectum?

Taraxacum refectum prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

How often should Taraxacum refectum be watered?

Taraxacum refectum should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.

How can I encourage blooming in Taraxacum refectum?

To encourage blooming in Taraxacum refectum, provide plenty of sunlight and water, and fertilize regularly.

Species in the Taraxacum genus

Taraxacum amborum, Taraxacum cuspidifrons, Taraxacum ochrospermum, Taraxacum vestrobottnicum, Taraxacum flugum, Taraxacum ampliusculum, Taraxacum dispar, Taraxacum variegatum, Taraxacum protractifolium, Taraxacum annae, Taraxacum peraccommodatum, Taraxacum porphyranthum, Taraxacum maeandriforme, Taraxacum leucoglossum, Taraxacum sigillatum, Taraxacum subtenuiforme, Taraxacum ischnolepis, Taraxacum sacrificatum, Taraxacum magnolevigatum, Taraxacum aurorum, Taraxacum euryphyllum, Taraxacum carneocoloratum, Taraxacum arquitenens, Taraxacum bezidum, Taraxacum promontoriorum, Taraxacum schugnanicum, Taraxacum kasachum, Taraxacum uliginosum, Taraxacum oxycentrum, Taraxacum sagittifolium, Taraxacum pictidum, Taraxacum infestum, Taraxacum pervalidum, Taraxacum vanum, Taraxacum enontekiense, Taraxacum crassipes, Taraxacum geirhildae, Taraxacum balcanicum, Taraxacum parvuliforme, Taraxacum pieninicum, Taraxacum pallidissimum, Taraxacum pseudoroseum, Taraxacum japonicum, Taraxacum roseoflavescens, Taraxacum thessalicum, Taraxacum selenoides, Taraxacum pastiniferum, Taraxacum macilentum, Taraxacum latisectum, Taraxacum pseudosuecicum,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-17591: Based on the initial data import
Carl Eric Sonck (1905-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sonck' in the authors string.